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Virus cases decline, but deaths remain high with 4 of state’s 12 latest in southern New Mexico

January 25, 2021 7:03 PM Associated Press, KVIA ABC-7

SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico officials on Monday reported 494 new coronavirus cases and 12 additional deaths, bringing the statewide total…

‘It should not have happened:’ New Mexico apologizes for canceling teacher vaccine appointments

January 25, 2021 7:09 PM Kate Bieri

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The secretary-designate of the New Mexico Department of Health apologized Monday for the cancellation of more than 1,000…

Covid-19 masks: Which mask is best for you, and when to use it

January 25, 2021 5:53 PM CNN

Think of masks as the newest trendy accessory that can save your life — and the lives of those you love. But instead of what pattern, logo or…

Brazil variant of coronavirus detected in U.S. for 1st time

January 25, 2021 5:25 PM CNN Newsource

While all viruses mutate over time, some variants of the novel coronavirus are worrying scientists. Several strains appear to be more transmissible…

New Covid-19 case counts drop, but variants loom. So a vaccine maker is working on another booster

January 25, 2021 3:00 PM CNN Newsource

First, the good news: In 48 states, the averages of new Covid-19 cases have dropped significantly over the past seven days. And every state improved…

New Mexico health officials admit vaccination supply chain issues

January 25, 2021 12:56 PM Associated Press

SANTA FE, New Mexico — Nearly one quarter of New Mexico’s population has registered to receive a Covid-19 vaccination, but top health…

Stimulus checks, unemployment and more: Here’s the aid that’s coming — and what might be coming soon

January 25, 2021 1:15 PM CNN Newsource

There’s lots of talk of all the federal assistance going to Americans and small businesses in need. But while some is already approved, not all…

A pandemic playbook for a new year

January 25, 2021 11:53 AM CNN

It has been more than one year since the first reported case of Covid-19 in the United States — a day that changed our country forever. The…

New Covid-19 case counts are falling, but variants loom. So a vaccine maker is working on another booster

January 25, 2021 10:43 AM CNN Newsource

First, the good news: The rates of new Covid-19 cases are dropping in 48 states. And every state improved its rate of vaccinations. Here’s the…

Moderna says its Covid-19 vaccine is expected to be protective against new variants

January 25, 2021 10:11 AM CNN

The Moderna Covid-19 vaccine created antibodies that neutralized coronavirus variants first found in the United Kingdom and South Africa, the company…

Three weeks into harsh lockdown, weary Brits fear it will take much longer to beat the new variant

January 25, 2021 9:13 AM CNN

People in the United Kingdom have been living under lockdown for the past three weeks, hoping their sacrifice would bring the country’s latest…

What to do, and not do, before and after your Covid vaccine shot

January 25, 2021 6:40 AM CNN Newsource

It’s an all-out sprint to get Americans vaccinated against the deadly novel coronavirus. As you prepare to get your shot, here are 10 actions…

3 virus deaths, 254 new cases reported in El Paso

January 25, 2021 6:17 AM Mauricio Casillas

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — El Paso health officials announced three coronavirus-related deaths and 254 new cases Monday morning. It’s the fewest number…

Over 13,000 El Pasoans now fully vaccinated against virus

January 25, 2021 5:55 AM Madeline Ottilie

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Nearly 63,000 people had received at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine in El Paso as of Monday morning, according to…

‘Healthy, young’ Americans will likely get Covid-19 vaccine in mid- to late summer, expert says

January 25, 2021 4:23 AM CNN Newsource

With the US now tallying more than 25 million Covid-19 cases, experts say now is the time to double down on safety measures and speed up vaccine…

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has Covid-19, says symptoms are mild

January 24, 2021 5:45 PM Associated Press, CNN

MEXICO CITY, Mexico — Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said Sunday he has tested positive for Covid-19 and that the symptoms are…

Increase in Covid-19 Deaths slows somewhat in Texas

January 24, 2021 9:40 PM Associated Press

AUSTIN, Texas — There has been a decrease in the number of reported new deaths in Texas due to Covid-19, according to the state health…

The US just marked 25 million Covid-19 cases. Now it’s a race between vaccines and variants

January 24, 2021 5:33 PM CNN Newsource

It took just over a year for the US to go from one to 25 million coronavirus infections. That’s an average of about 67,934 new infections every…

Southern New Mexico accounts for 10% of state’s 30 new virus deaths

January 24, 2021 5:19 PM Associated Press, KVIA ABC-7

SANTA FE, New Mexico — Health officials in New Mexico on Sunday reported 635 new Covid-19 cases and 30 more deaths, with 10% of…

Project Amistad has $4M to help El Pasoans hurt by pandemic pay past due utility bills

January 24, 2021 12:26 PM David Burge

EL PASO, Texas – Project Amistad has received a $4 million grant from the city of El Paso to help residents hurt by the pandemic pay their utility…

El Paso sees 2 new virus deaths, over 500 added cases as vaccination rate nears 10%

January 24, 2021 10:45 AM Jim Parker

EL PASO, Texas — Two new deaths and 537 additional coronavirus cases were reported Sunday morning in El Paso County by health officials. That raised…

7 strategies for truly restorative rest

January 24, 2021 9:28 AM CNN Newsource

Many people suffer from a chronic sleep deficit, and that was the case even before the pandemic hit — bringing with it stress, fear and…

If you call 911, it can take 2-3 minutes longer to get help now

January 24, 2021 8:29 AM CNN Newsource

Imagine suffering a serious accident and calling 911 but not getting an ambulance immediately. Or having a severe asthma attack and fighting for…

Just over a year since the first reported Covid-19 case in the US, the country nears 25 million infections

January 24, 2021 2:14 AM CNN Newsource

The US is again quickly approaching another grim milestone: 25 million Covid-19 cases in a little more than a year since the country reported its…

CDC reviewing new data that suggests coronavirus variant identified in UK could be more deadly

January 24, 2021 1:37 AM CNN Newsource

Scientists at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are speaking with UK health officials to learn more about British data that suggests…

Southern New Mexico has 7 of state’s 38 latest virus deaths

January 23, 2021 4:37 PM Associated Press, KVIA ABC-7

SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico on Saturday reported 859 additional Covid-19 cases and 38 more deaths, increasing the state’s pandemic totals…

A year into the pandemic, health care workers have a new source of hope

January 23, 2021 4:36 PM CNN

Last week, a Covid-19 patient of mine told me he is finally going home after four months in the hospital. His tracheostomy tube has been taken out…

El Paso doctor provides expert advice on how to lose weight, stay active

January 23, 2021 4:20 PM Andres Valle

El Paso, Texas — The start of a new year usually means having goals you want to accomplish. Like every year, top goals include losing weight and…

UMC registration for 5,000 vaccinations were filled up in just 5 minutes

January 23, 2021 12:06 PM Jim Parker

UPDATE: University Medical Center said all of its latest vaccination appointments were booked within five minutes of online registration going live…

Antibody infusion treatment saves 100 El Pasoans from virus hospitalization

January 23, 2021 12:42 PM KVIA ABC-7

EL Paso, Texas – The doctor in charge of overseeing the Covid-19 antibody infusion treatment site believes it has saved more than 100 El Pasoans…